Farmington Emergency Medical Team Inc

Farmington Emergency Medical Team Inc is a non-profit organization based in Wisconsin that provides free volunteer emergency medical services to its community. It serves the Town of Farmington, La Crosse County, the Town of North Bend in Jackson County, and several unincorporated communities including Mindoro, North Bend, Stevenstown, and Burr Oak[1][5].

History

The organization was formally established in December 1981 and began providing services on March 1, 1982, following a grant from the Henke Grandview Foundation of La Crosse that equipped them with essential medical kits[1]. Over the years, it has expanded its services and enhanced its capabilities, including starting a pre-hospital defibrillation project in the early 1990s, which was fully operational by 1995. This project involved deploying defibrillators across the service area to reduce response times during cardiac emergencies[1].

In 2014, the organization absorbed the North Bend First Responders, expanding its service area to cover additional communities[1]. As of 2019, they were working towards integrating advanced equipment to capture 12-lead EKGs in the field, enabling them to identify heart attack conditions more promptly and effectively[1].

Services and Operations

Farmington Emergency Medical Team provides 24/7 emergency medical services, utilizing personal jump kits by team members and an emergency vehicle based in Mindoro. They are equipped with multiple Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), including ZOLL models, to ensure rapid response in cardiac emergencies[1][5]. Additionally, they have positioned public access defibrillators at key community locations[1].

Financial Overview

As of 2023, the organization reported revenues of approximately $60,000, while expenses totaled around $90,700. The total assets were valued at approximately $109,000, with no liabilities listed for the same period[3].

Mission and Values

Farmington Emergency Medical Team is dedicated to fostering a culture of service, performance, and courage among its volunteers, aiming to provide excellent service to its communities[1]. Their mission is grounded in the principles of respect, kindness, and teamwork, emphasizing individuality and promoting a spirit of excellence within the organization[1].